HVAC Glossary

Ultraviolet Germicidal Irradiation

Last updated: June 9, 2026

The application of UV-C wavelength light within HVAC ducts or air handling units to inactivate microorganisms including bacteria, mold spores, and viruses on surfaces or in the airstream. Coil and drain pan irradiation also reduces microbial growth on wet heat exchanger surfaces.

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